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Real Engineering
YouTube channel about engineering topics, innovation, and how technology works. Useful for viewers curious about engineering and technology.
Why it is here: Engineering explainers on technology and innovation for general viewers.
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Practical Engineering
YouTube channel about infrastructure and the human-made world, written and hosted by civil engineer Grady Hillhouse. Useful for curious viewers.
Why it is here: Civil engineering topics like dams and infrastructure explained with models and clear examples.
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Jeremy Fielding
YouTube channel of Jeremy Fielding, who draws people to engineering with projects and then teaches the principles.
Why it is here: Project-led engineering lessons that start with building something.
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ElectroBOOM
YouTube channel of ElectroBOOM, an electrical engineer who teaches electronics with humor and stunts.
Why it is here: Electronics lessons with a comedic approach and a safety-minded lesson underneath.
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MIT Mechanical Engineering
The YouTube channel of MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering, sharing stories about people, research and education.
Why it is here: A look at research and teaching in mechanical engineering at a university department.
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GreatScott!
YouTube channel of GreatScott!, which has electronics tutorials, projects and how-tos.
Why it is here: Electronics projects and tutorials for hobbyists learning to build circuits.
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Purdue University Mechanical Engineering
YouTube channel of Purdue University's School of Mechanical Engineering, sharing news, research and teaching from the department.
Why it is here: University-level engineering content from a mechanical engineering school.
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bigclivedotcom
YouTube channel of Big Clive, who tests and takes apart affordable electronics, including soldering equipment and gadgets.
Why it is here: Teardowns and tests of cheap electronics, helpful for learning how devices are built.
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EEVblog
A video blog about electronics engineering, run by Dave Jones. Aimed at engineers, hobbyists and enthusiasts.
Why it is here: Unscripted talk about electronics design, repair and tools.
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electronicsNmore
A channel showing electronic circuits and gadgets, plus DIY projects. Helpful and informational.
Why it is here: Electronics circuits and DIY projects for hobbyists learning by building.
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Adafruit Industries
Adafruit Industries is an electronics company founded by Limor Fried that makes hobbyist hardware and publishes project and tutorial videos for makers.
Why it is here: Hands-on electronics tutorials and product demos for people building their own devices.
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DroneBot Workshop
DroneBot Workshop is a video channel on building projects with Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32 and related electronics, with step-by-step tutorials.
Why it is here: Beginner-friendly microcontroller and electronics builds, well suited to hobbyists learning by making.
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Andreas Spiess
Andreas Spiess makes videos on small electronics projects, tutorials and sensor reviews using ESP8266, ESP32, Arduino and Raspberry Pi.
Why it is here: Practical microcontroller projects and honest component reviews for hobbyists who build things.
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EngineerGuy
EngineerGuy is a video channel by Bill Hammack, who explains how engineered objects and processes work.
Why it is here: Clear, carefully made videos on how everyday technology is engineered.
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The Efficient Engineer
The Efficient Engineer makes animated tutorials aimed at mechanical and civil engineering students, simplifying engineering concepts.
Why it is here: Animated lessons on engineering concepts for students in mechanical and civil fields.
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Ziroth
Ziroth is a video channel presented by Ryan Inis that highlights new science and engineering projects and developments.
Why it is here: Looks at new science and engineering projects for viewers keeping up with technology.
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The Engineering Mindset
The Engineering Mindset is a video channel teaching core engineering knowledge, with tutorials on topics such as HVAC, electrical systems and mechanical equipment.
Why it is here: Tutorials that explain how engineered systems work, useful for students and working technicians.
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Engineering Explained
Engineering Explained is a video channel that answers how cars work, covering engines, performance and vehicle design.
Why it is here: Car engineering explained through physics and numbers, for people curious about how vehicles work.
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Kyle.Engineers
Kyle.Engineers is a video channel from an aerodynamicist and race car consultant, covering aerodynamics, motorsport engineering and car technology.
Why it is here: Aerodynamics and race car engineering from a practitioner, for those curious about vehicle design.
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AgentJayZ
AgentJayZ is a video channel exploring jet engines, showing and explaining the machines as access allows.
Why it is here: Close looks at jet engine hardware and operation for mechanically minded viewers.
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Undecided with Matt Ferrell
Undecided with Matt Ferrell explores sustainable and smart technologies, from energy to home tech, and how they affect daily life.
Why it is here: Looks at clean energy and smart-home technology with an eye on practical impact.
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The B1M
The B1M is a video channel about construction and the built environment, covering major building projects and engineering ideas.
Why it is here: Explains large construction and infrastructure projects in short documentary-style videos.
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Found And Explained
Found And Explained is a video channel hosted by Nick that explores what-if engineering scenarios with explanatory videos.
Why it is here: Hypothetical engineering questions worked through step by step, for curious tinkerers.
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